RWJUH Somerset

This ancient fitness routine builds flexibility and strength and relieves pain associated with arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraines and back and neck strain. A medical release form is required to participate. Chanchal Arora, certified yoga instructor 8-week course begins: Tuesday, September 6 | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Congregational Church, Bound Brook, $48 To register, call 908.685.2814.

This water exercise program soothes arthritis pain, strengthens joints, and improves range of motion and lung capacity. Ellen Helman, certified water fitness instructor 8-week courses begin: Wednesday, September 7, and Monday, September 12 | 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Somerville YMCA, $50 To register, call 908.685.2814.     Photocopy courtesy of CSG Swim Gear Ltd 

Learn strategies to enhance prostate health and reduce risks of prostate cancer. Find out about conditions that affect the prostate (e.g., BPH, prostatitis, cancer), symptoms, causes, diagnostic tools (e.g., PSA, DRE, biopsy) including the Stockholm 3 test, and advanced treatments. Participants will enjoy a jazz concert afterward. Joel Braver, MD, radiation oncologist Dhiren Dave, MD, urologist and robotic surgeon Tuesday, September 13 | 11 a.m. […]

Wednesday, September 14  |  9 a.m. to noon Tarantino Promenade at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Fee:  free To schedule an appointment, call 908.685.2814.

Includes total cholesterol, HDL, ratio and glucose. Wednesday, September 14  |  9 a.m. to noon Tarantino Promenade at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Fee:  $15 To schedule an appointment, call 908.685.2814.

Anyone who is considering bariatric surgery as well as postsurgical patients are welcome to attend. The group will discuss topics such as healthy meal ideas, mindful eating, emotional eating, the importance of exercise, surviving holidays, smart shopping and how to eat healthy while dining out. Tia Hagins, RD, community nutritionist Tuesdays: July 19, August 9 […]

Are you struggling to lose weight? Weight loss surgery may be the right choice for you. But how do you know if you qualify and which procedure is your best option? Join bariatric surgeons at RWJUH Somerset for free seminars to learn about your weight loss surgery options, including detailed information about gastric banding, gastric […]

This free PSA screening and exam by a urologist is for high-risk men 35 and over and all men 40 and over with no personal history of prostate cancer. As part of a research study, participants must complete a questionnaire. Registration is required. Thursday, September 22  |  5 to 7 p.m. or Saturday, September 24  |  9 to 11 a.m. Steeplechase Cancer […]